| Contacting a doctor during surgery hours
Medical attention when the surgery is closed
Dorset Urgent Care Service (UCS). This service will provide cover for all our patients (including those in Somerset) who need help with urgent medical problems when the surgery is closed.
Depending on the nature and seriousness of the condition this might involve advice over the telephone, a visit to a local treatment centre or a visit by a doctor, nurse or paramedic.
You can also call NHS Direct for general information with trained nurses on hand for expert advice.
It is important...
It is important that people use 999 and Accident & Emergency Departments for genuine emergencies.
Call 999 or go to Casualty where possible if the patient has:
- Suspected heart attack (British Heart Foundation http://www.bhf.org.uk)
- Chest pain (see NHS Direct website re Chest Pain in Adults)
- Unconsciousness
- Heavy blood loss
- Suspected broken bones
- Deep wounds
- Severe breathing difficulties
- Head injury.
The nearest A & E departments to Stalbridge Surgery are at:-
- Dorset County Hospital, Williams Avenue, Dorchester DT1 2JY
(Accident & Emergency 01305 - 255626) | visit website
- Yeovil District Hospital 01935 475122 | visit website
- Salisbury District Hospital 01722 336262 | visit website.
The nearest Minor Injuries Units to Stalbridge Surgery are at:-
Author / Source: |
Dr Stephen J Clayton |
Date Last Reviewed: |
29 September 2007 |
Next Review Date: |
28 September 2008 |
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